Official DVLA Record

2008 Honda Civic 2.0L Petrol · RF08 VSY

RF08 VSY

2008 Honda Civic (2.0L, petrol). First registered 01/06/2008. Recorded mileage 119,017 miles. MOT status: Expired. Currently declared SORN.

Make & Model
HONDA CIVIC
Year / Origin
2008 · Reading
Safety Recall
Unknown
MOT Status
Valid until 26/04/2025
Road Tax
SORN
Recorded Mileage
119,017 mi
ULEZ Compliance
ULEZ Compliant (Euro 4+)
Fuel & Engine
PETROL · 2.0L
Reliability Guide
Common Faults
MOT Status
Expired
Valid until 26/04/2025
Tax Status
SORN
Statutory Off Road (SORN)
Fuel Type
PETROL
Year
2008
Engine
1998cc
Mechanical Assessment

AI-generated interpretation of this vehicle’s MOT record — not an official statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.

The vehicle is in a state of poor roadworthiness with a worsening trend in mechanical neglect. The most recent test on May 6, 2025, resulted in a failure across multiple safety-critical systems, including the ABS and SRS modules, alongside a seriously weakened offside rear brake disc. This represents a significant decline from the April 2024 test where the brakes were merely advisory. The recurring failure of the parking brake system suggests that the previous owner has only addressed the bare minimum to pass tests rather than performing preventative maintenance. Mileage data is sparse but indicates a consistent pattern of use. The vehicle covered 7,815 miles between April 2022 and April 2023, followed by 10,038 miles in the following year to reach 119,017 miles by April 2024. This reflects an average usage of approximately 9,000 miles per year, which is typical for a vehicle of this age. However, the lack of a mileage reading for the May 2025 test makes it impossible to determine the current distance or the rate of wear on current components. A buyer must conduct a thorough inspection of the braking and suspension components. The tester has repeatedly flagged offside rear brake issues, from pitting in 2022 and 2024 to binding in 2023, which has now progressed to structural thinning. The suspension history shows recurring play in ball joints and anti-roll bar linkages from 2024, indicating the front end is tired. The active ABS and SRS warning lamps noted in the latest record require a professional diagnostic scan, as these electronic faults can lead to expensive repairs if the underlying modules or sensors are damaged.

RF08 VSY Key Findings

  • 5 MOT tests recorded
  • Latest MOT failed on 06/05/2025
  • 2 historical MOT failures
  • 6 defects noted at the latest MOT
  • Recurring brakes items (9 mentions)

Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.

MOT Roadworthiness Analysis
25
/ 100 · Poor
DVSA Test Records Evaluated

MOT Roadworthiness: Poor

This rating reflects historical MOT pass rates and recurring advisory wear patterns from official DVSA test logs. Note that roadworthiness does not verify outstanding finance, insurance write-offs, or stolen records.

✗ MOT Expired or Failed
! Tax Status Unknown
! Average MOT pass rate (60%)
✗ 3 dangerous defects found recently
! Older vehicle
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RF08 VSY Mileage History

  1. 13/04/2022101,164 mi
  2. 28/04/2023108,979 mi+7,815 mi
  3. 28/04/2023108,979 mi
  4. 08/04/2024119,017 mi+10,038 mi

Average of roughly 8,979 miles per year across 4 recorded odometer readings.

RF08 VSY MOT History

Vehicle record last updated: 4 Jun 2026, 22:06
MOT Analysis

Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.

5 MOT tests are recorded for this 2008 Honda Civic (RF08 VSY) between April 2022 and May 2025.

The record contains 3 passes and 2 failures.

The most recent test on 06 May 2025 was a fail; the vehicle has not passed its last recorded MOT.

Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Brakes (9 issues), Lighting (8 issues), Tyres (2 issues), Suspension (1 issue). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.

In total 10 advisory notices are recorded. Advisories flag items that passed but may need attention before the next test; they are not evidence of how well the vehicle has been serviced.

Recorded failure items include: “Rear Parking brake inoperative on one side both (1.4.1 (a))”; “Offside Rear Brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))”; “Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm both (5.2.3 (e))”.

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